Bountiful Barley
Experience the wholesome goodness of "Bountiful Barley," a vibrant and nourishing dish brimming with hearty vegetables and earthy pearled barley. This one-pot wonder features a medley of sautéed onions, garlic, carrots, celery, mushrooms, and zucchini, all infused with the aromatic freshness of thyme. Simmered in rich vegetable broth and finished with a zesty splash of lemon juice and freshly chopped parsley, this recipe delivers an irresistible balance of hearty, savory, and bright flavors. Perfect as a comforting vegetarian main course or a versatile side dish, Bountiful Barley is ready in under an hour and packed with plant-based nutrients. This recipe is a must-try for lovers of wholesome, easy-to-make meals that bring warmth and satisfaction to the table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup pearled barley
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 cup button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Rinse the pearled barley under cold water in a fine-mesh strainer and set aside.
In a medium pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add the rinsed barley, reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until the barley is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
While the barley is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic. Add them to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
Add the diced carrots, celery, and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.
Stir in the diced zucchini and fresh thyme leaves. Continue cooking for an additional 4-5 minutes until all vegetables are tender.
Once the barley is cooked, add it to the skillet with the vegetables. Mix everything together well over low heat.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice for a fresh, bright finish.
Serve warm as a comforting side dish or a standalone meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1494 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.9 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2542 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 252.3 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 54.3 g | 194% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.9 g | ||
| Protein | 45.6 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 376 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 3964 mg | 84% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
